Why Wal-Mart Wants a Crack at a Plant Based Egg

The transcript discusses the excitement around plant-based foods, particularly in making them affordable and appealing to Walmart customers. The speaker highlights the company's strategy to offer products that are cheaper and better tasting than existing brands like Kraft and Hellman's. The conversation also touches on the company's funding efforts, with notable investors like Li Kai Shing involved, and the potential for plant-based foods to address global food challenges.

What is the main goal of Walmart's involvement with Hampton Creek Foods?

• To compete with other grocery chains

• To reduce their carbon footprint

• To promote sustainable and affordable eating

• To increase their product range

What is a key factor that makes plant-based products appealing to Walmart customers?

• Affordability and taste

• Limited availability

• Exclusivity

• Brand recognition

How does Hampton Creek Foods compare its pricing to top brands like Kraft and Hellman's?

• 20% more expensive

• 10-15% less expensive

• Same price

• 50% less expensive

Who is the lead investor in Hampton Creek Foods' Series B funding?

• Bill Gates

• Li Kai Shing

• Elon Musk

• Warren Buffet

What is the common theme in the food industry according to Hampton Creek Foods?

• High competition

• Big problem and big opportunity

• Overproduction

• Lack of innovation